Project Description

Client Instruction

Project Overview:
Write a 1-page academic essay on the topic “The Impact of School Bullying on Student Mental Health and Academic Performance.” The essay should follow APA format and critically analyze how bullying in schools affects students’ emotional well-being, psychological development, and academic success. The work should include both short-term and long-term consequences, supported by scholarly evidence.

Specific Requirements:

1. Abstract: Provide an abstract of 150–200 words summarizing the essay’s focus, key arguments, and findings.

2. Essay Length: The main essay should be 1 page (excluding title page, abstract, and references).

3. Formatting: APA format (12-point Times New Roman, double-spaced, 1-inch margins).

4. Citations: Use at least 2–3 credible scholarly sources (psychology, education, or sociology). Include proper in-text citations and a complete APA reference list.

5. Content Focus:

   • Definition and forms of school bullying (physical, verbal, cyberbullying, etc.).

   • Psychological and emotional effects on victims (anxiety, depression, low self-esteem).

   • Academic consequences such as declining performance and absenteeism.

   • Role of teachers, parents, and peers in prevention and intervention.

   • Policy recommendations to create safer and more inclusive learning environments.

6. References: Provide a properly formatted APA reference list.

Deadline:
Submission is due by 7th October 2025, 10:00 AM (Kenyan time).